BZG03C120-M3-18

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BZG03C120-M3-18 is a type of zener diode which is used to protect an electrical circuit from sudden and unexpected changes in voltage. Zener diodes are widely used in DC power supplies, allowing steady and reliable power to be delivered to a given circuit without the need for frequent adjustments. Zener diodes also play an important role in the functioning of many other types of electrical equipment, from audio amplifiers to computer systems.

The BZG03C120-M3-18 is a good example of a common type of zener diode. It has a rated voltage of 12 volts, a 15 watts power dissipation and a reverse breakdown voltage of 10.5 volts. It is used in single stepped-down DC-DC converter power supplies, switching power supplies, solar cells, and other applications where it can provide protection against voltage spikes which could otherwise damage an electrical system.

The working principle of a zener diode is not too complex. A zener diode is a type of diode that behaves differently under reverse voltage. Most diodes act as perfect insulators when subjected to a reverse voltage, blocking any current from passing through the diode in the opposite direction of normal operating current. However, when a reverse voltage greater than the diode\'s zener voltage is applied to the diode, a current will flow through in the opposite direction. This allows for a regulated voltage to be maintained across the diode, regardless of any increase or decrease in input voltage.

In the case of the BZG03C120-M3-18, the zener voltage is 10.5 volts, meaning that any reverse voltage greater than 10.5 volts will cause a current to flow through the device in the opposite direction. This allows for a steady and reliable voltage output across the diode, while any sudden or unexpected increases in voltage will be bled off, avoiding any damage to the system.

The BZG03C120-M3-18 can be used in a wide range of applications, from DC-DC converters and switching power supplies to audio amplifiers and computer systems. It is an effective way of providing protection against unexpected changes in voltage, and can be used to provide a reliable and steady voltage output in any given system.

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